Twin pregnancy

[Jdsbaby]

Hi all - I have had two failed FETs (both early chemicals) with euploid embryos and for my next transfer I’m debating transferring 2 tested embryos. My RE is against this as he thinks I still have a good chance with 1 and that the risks associated with twins are too high. But if I really want to, he will transfer 2 given my history. I need to make a decision in the next week. It is hard for me to even assume that I could be pregnant with twins and throughly asses the risks. To that end, I wanted to ask this group if anyone had a similar experience - where they chose to transfer two even though it was not recommended? How did the pregnancy go? Were you constantly worried about preterm birth and potentially ending up with children with disabilities? Any input will be helpful. Thanks so much!!

[PinkPanther1234]

Hi, we decided to transfer 2 embryos for my 5th transfer. We went through the risks with the doctor, but she said she would support a double transfer due to the previous failures (implantation failure previously). I had my twins from that transfer.

The pregnancy was fairly smooth, bar a few symptoms and of course bigger towards the end than with a singleton. Yes, I was worried during the pregnancy. I think everyone who has gone through a long journey to get to that point is though. I did have extra scans.

I think it's a very personal decision. You mention you have had 2 transfers previously, so your doctor is probably right.

Good luck with whatever you decide. X

[Seren0119]

My doctor always said it’s a waste of precious embryos to transfer two PGS tested ones. Instead, he recommended we sort out implantation issues - eg. Hcg flush, steriods etc. I would do this first x

[XOXO13]

Hello,

We transferred two embryos on our third transfer which led to a CP and then two again on our fourth transfer (second cycle) which led to our twins.

We transferred two embryos in the hope of one staying with us and feel really blessed that both did after previous loss and unsuccessful transfers.

We knew the potential risk with transferring two but there are risks with everything in life and many people have successful multiple pregnancies and births. We chose to keep that in mind and we were comfortable with the idea of having two if we got lucky.

My pregnancy was fairly smooth and despite having grade four placenta previa (which you can get with any pregnancy), I carried and delivered the babies at 37 weeks on the dot. I had scans every two weeks and received really great care.

Being a twin mum is hardwork but gosh, is it rewarding.

Whatever you decide, I’m sending you lots of luck xx

[Christianbaby]

That is a very personal decision. It is always safer to follow the doctor's recommendation. But if you feel in your gut that it is better to transfer two then that would be your choice and go for it.

[Habibi87]

Hi love, we were in a very similar situation. We had a chemical and a BFN from single transfers of two euploids embryos. By that point we had literally done most tests on offer without changing the result. My consultant was really against transferring two euploid embryos but I felt that was the only way left to increase my chances. I actually had to put my case forward on why I wanted two and get it approved by the medical panel of the clinic. We were really lucky and from the double transfer we got our beautiful daughter who is now almost 5 months. So in our case, it took 4 euploids to have our daughter. You need to be really sure though xx

[Babyhope8]

I had miscarriage with my last transfer of two euploid embryos . But only one implanted , so in the end loss is double euploid . I would nvr trabsfer two tested ones , would be such a waste

[Livinginhope101]

Just to throw this in the mix, we only transferred 1 embryo and ended up with twins!My twin pregnancy was harder than my singleton. I had to stop work earlier than I'd planned to as I was so huge, uncomfortable and in pain. My babies then came at 34 weeks when my waters broke.

Its totally up to you, but I wanted you to know that even a single transfer could result in twins

[Ivfgotadream]

I had twins from a double embryo but it was my 5th and final round. I initially found pregnancy easy - helped by lockdown not going to lie and WFH. But by 20 weeks was pretty much on sofa rest as standing / walking too far became painful. I had a massive bleed at 28 weeks where I was advised I might have to choose to let my little twin go. Hung on to 34 weeks then her placenta detached and we all nearly died. 3 weeks spent in NICU and my little twin does have some issues with her walking and balance but she’s getting there.

Marriage also imploded as ex husband couldn’t cope with the relentlessness of twins. So left me to cope with the relentlessness on my own 😳

But would I do it all again tomorrow…ABSOLITELY 😍